embolization
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of embolization
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Other research has raised important questions about how much of the improvement is caused by embolization itself.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 14, 2026
The approach, known as genicular artery embolization, aims to interrupt the inflammation and abnormal blood vessel growth that contribute to chronic knee pain.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 14, 2026
Neff’s spleen ruptured and she nearly had it removed, but surgeons used a special procedure called embolization to save it.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 27, 2021
Grisham’s initial statement described the embolization as successful and said there were no complications.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 8, 2018
Four days later, the White House said in a statement that she had undergone a successful embolization procedure.
From Washington Post ● Jun. 4, 2018
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